Frank Zane Reveals Favorite ‘Golden Era’ Exercise During Training Session With Mike O’Hearn
Frank Zane and Mike O’Hearn recently got together for a workout session.
When two bodybuilding legends get together for a workout session, it is wise to listen to what they have to say. Frank Zane and Mike O’Hearn recently linked up in California at the home gym of Zane. Here, the two were able to discuss bodybuilding and share some knowledge.
During the workout, Zane revealed that the wide, neutral grip pulldown is his favorite Golden-Era exercise. This is because it is equivalent as performing a wide-grip pull-up. Zane prefers this lift because he can use a hammer grip, which takes stress off the elbows. He finished his set in his home gym, which is a bit smaller than that of other athletes. Zane confirmed that he has all he needs in his setup.
The full video can be seen here courtesy of Mike O’Hearn’s YouTube page.
Frank Zane is one of the best bodybuilders of all-time. He has three victories at the Olympia and Mr. Universe competitions. Zane has gone toe-to-toe with Arnold Schwarzenegger and Franco Columbu during his time at the peak of the sport. Zane won three consecutive Olympia titles from 1977-1979. He wanted to try for a fourth but did not get the chance because of a tragic accident. This forced him to compete at a lower body weight and was unable to bring the same look.
“I wanted to go four in a row but I never made it,” Zane said.
“The thing I learned in bodybuilding is when you’re competing, you not only got to be better than everybody else but you have to be the best you’ve ever been.”
This is something Mike O’Hearn knows about. He is a four-time Mr. Universe champion. During his bodybuilding career, O’Hearn has been featured on the cover of many magazines and event went into business as an actor. He was able to use his incredible physique to find success in other avenues.
The workout continued as Zane and O’Hearn began discussing the importance of posing. This is something that does not gain as much focus as it should and Zane believes this is because of ignorance. Posing is a form of exercise in its own right because of the static tension. This involves creating force in the muscle without changing the length of it.
Both Mike O’Hearn and Frank Zane continue training to this day. O’Hearn is still in incredible shape while Zane is still active with weights at the age of 79. This means they will both continue to be influential voices in bodybuilding and give advice that is well worth the listen.
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